Flying from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH): What you need to know
The timezone in Sharm El Sheikh is UTC+2, which is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is located in Sharm El Sheikh.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Chicago to SSH.
If you're flying during a popular month like July, arrive at the terminal even earlier. It's smart to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during holiday periods like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
Airports in Chicago
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Chicago to SSH with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between ORD and SSH include:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Travelling from central Chicago to ORD takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 30 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
In search of a comfortable hotel near Chicago O'Hare International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Chicago O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can get to MDW from central Chicago in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes to travel the 16 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Chicago to SSH flight? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your holiday officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
76% of flights departing Chicago Midway International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
From central Chicago, RFD is around 145 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to get there by car and 2 hours or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to your gate with time to spare:
Flights departing from RFD arrive at their final stop within the scheduled time frame 71% of the time.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
Have a late flight from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport? Don't let it hijack your sleep schedule. Check in to one of these hotels near SSH and fast-forward to bedtime:
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Getting from Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH) to central Sharm El Sheikh
Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Sharm El Sheikh. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 30 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
RM1,971 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport. Return flights start at RM3,627. These fares may change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to SSH if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport tickets throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport (SSH). March is the busiest month to visit Sharm El Sheikh. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in December.
The warmest month in Sharm El Sheikh is August, with temperatures ranging between 27ºC (81ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your Chicago to SSH plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Sharm El Sheikh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Sharm El Sheikh right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Chicago to Sharm El-Sheikh International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Shark's Bay Beach, Naama Bay and Beach are popular attractions which should be on any good Sharm El Sheikh itinerary.
Explore more of Egypt
Sharm El Sheikh will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres northwest of Sharm El Sheikh, a trip to Suez will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Suez National Museum, Salam Mosque and Khalid ibn al-Walid Mosque.
Next? Set out for Dishnā. It's located about 274 kilometres southwest of Sharm El Sheikh and is known for highlights like The old mosque in the eastern Balbrarh.
